Ciuniurumauten. Welcome.
Each of the communities in our service area is home to a federally-recognized Tribe, whose governing council has authorized YKHC to provide health services on behalf of the federal Indian Health Service (IHS).
YKHC’s healthcare delivery system includes community clinics, sub-regional clinics in five of the area’s larger communities, a regional hospital, dental and optometry services, behavioral health services, counseling and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders, health promotion and disease prevention programs, and environmental health services.
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation has earned the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
YKHC takes this time to recognize the vital role of mental health and wellness in our lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness.
Today we highlight one of our employees who shares what keeps him motivated to stay healthy every day.
If you or someone you know would like to learn more about YKHC's Behavioral Health programs, call 907-543-6100 or visit www.ykhc.org/behavioral-health/
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During Nurses Week earlier this month, we paused to recognize and thank the nurses of YKHC for the critical role they play in caring for our patients, elders, families, and communities across the region.
Nurses at YKHC practice in a setting unlike any other, providing skilled, compassionate care across vast geography, changing conditions, and complex healthcare needs. Every day, our nurses bring professionalism, cultural respect, and heart to their work—often forming deep connections with patients and families and standing beside them in moments that matter most.
Our nurses are caregivers, advocates, educators, and leaders who contribute not only to individual patient outcomes, but to the health and strength of our communities as a whole. Their commitment reflects the very core of our mission to serve the people of the Yukon‑Kuskokwim region with dignity, compassion, and excellence.
At the same time, nursing success at YKHC is truly a team effort. Behind every nursing shift is a wide network of support– nursing assistants and technicians, providers, pharmacists, community health aides, environmental services, dietary, maintenance, supply chain, registration, interpreters, IT, quality and education teams, leadership, and so many others. Your work ensures nurses have the tools, support, and systems they need to provide safe, effective care.
In a rural and resource‑challenged environment, collaboration matters even more. The willingness to step in, help one another, problem‑solve creatively, and show up for colleagues makes a real difference. YKHC nurses and their colleagues have continued to support one another, maintain high standards of care, and demonstrate resilience and pride in their work. That spirit of teamwork and shared purpose is one of YKHC’s greatest strengths.
To our nursing teams: thank you for your dedication, expertise, advocacy, and compassion.
To everyone who supports nursing across YKHC: thank you for being essential partners in care.
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The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is in the process of identifying and selecting its next permanent President & CEO. Last month, we hired a consulting firm,
The Medicaid Enrollment team will be at your local clinic to help with Medicaid enrollment and recertifications! See the schedule below. Check back often for
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) announced it has been selected by the Indian Health Service (IHS) to participate in the IHS Joint Venture Construction Program
